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Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre

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Overview

Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre (Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. Established in 1953, Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre (UFCSPA) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Ministério da Educação, Brazil. UFCSPA provides programs and courses leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. Further information can be found in the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below or by searching the institution's website through the search engine below. This 72-year-old Brazilian higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International applicants are eligible to apply. UFCSPA also provides students with several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, and administrative services.

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Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre's Control Typepublic

Entity

Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name
Name (English) Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre
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Acronym UFCSPA
Founded 1953
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Location

Address Rua Sarmento Leite 245 - Centro
Porto Alegre
90050-170 Rio Grande do Sul
Brazil
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Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre Phone Number (51) 3303 9000
Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre Fax Number (51) 3303 8810
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Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministério da Educação, Brazil

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre's academic range and degree level offering.



Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
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degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
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Programs and Courses

Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre.



Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
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students		 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro)
International
students		 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre Admission Info


Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre 's acceptance rate is not reported.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

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Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre's International Students Admission International Students

Yes
Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre has more than 40 international students.


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Size and Profile

Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre Size and Profile


Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre has a student enrollment ranging from 4,000 to 4,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre's academic staff ranges from 300 to 399 members.


Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre's Control Type Control Type

Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre's Entity Type Entity Type

Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre's adopted type of academic calendar is not reported.


Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

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Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

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Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre's Library University Library

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Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre's Housing University Housing

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Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

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Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre's Financial Aid Financial Aid

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Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre's Study Abroad Study Abroad

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Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre's Distance Learning Distance Learning

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Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

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Academic Structure

Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre Affiliations and Memberships

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  • Rede Nacional de Extensão (RENEX)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre public or private?

Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre profit or non-profit?

Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre in terms of enrollment?

Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre has a student enrollment ranging from 4,000 to 4,999, making it a small-sized institution.

What is the size of Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre in terms of academic staff?

Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre's academic staff ranges from 300 to 399 members.

Is Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre a coeducational institution?

Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre use?

Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre's adopted type of academic calendar is not reported.

What religion is Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre affiliated with?

None.

Does Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre admit international students?

Yes. Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre has more than 40 international students.

What is Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre 's acceptance rate is not reported. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.

How much does it cost to attend Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre UFCSPA?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro). International students: 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre UFCSPA located?

Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre is located in Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. Address: Rua Sarmento Leite 245 - Centro.

Is Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre UFCSPA accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre is accredited by Ministério da Educação, Brazil (since ).

Does Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre offer financial aid?

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Does Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre offer study abroad programs?

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Does Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre have a university library?

Yes

Does Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre provide student housing and accommodation?

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Does Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre have sports facilities or activities?

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Does Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre offer academic counseling?

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Does Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre offer career services?

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Does Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre offer distance learning?

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Does Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre have an institutional hospital?

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